You may have noticed a few threads being closed lately. This is a result of stricter rules being enforced here at TJP. Please keep in mind that these rules are not being created to limit anyone's ability to express their views, but merely an attempt to keep this site running as smoothly as possible.

The admins have decided that since this is a forum about Japanese, discussions on politics and religion that do not directly relate to Japanese culture or language should not take place here. Due to our experience, we have found that knowing others' political and religious views can negatively affect the way people act towards one another on the forum. And, as we all know, any thread in which someone states strong politcal or religious views often turns into a heated discussion with various people being insulted and becoming angry.

This forum is devoted to the study and appreciation of the Japanese language and culture. Therefore, topics like these have no place here.

Please take a moment to read the updated forum rules, and if you have any questions, feel free to post here or to PM any one of the admins.

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This is a very good decision.
This is the best site I have found where people discuss and share information about learning Japanese and the Japanese culture. I have learned so much here!

However, I think most people came here to increase their knowledge of Japan and the language. Discussions/ disputes about religion or politics ( not associated with Japan) or other personal life style choices do not serve that goal.